Principal Ezoe established SNG in 1975 and devoted nearly half a century to teaching Japanese to international students. Driven by the question, “How can students learn Japanese more effectively?” he developed the innovative “Ezoe Method,” which visualizes parts of speech. This approach has become a crucial tool for helping learners acquire Japanese more efficiently. On […]
Is Christmas a national holiday in Japan ?Do Japanese celebrate Christmas and how ? Christmas (クリスマス) is not a national holiday in Japan, but it is widely celebrated in a unique way. Unlike in Western countries, Christmas in Japan is more about festive gatherings and romantic gestures than traditional religious customs. Christmas Eve, in particular, […]
If you wish to study Japanese in Japan long-term, you need to apply for a Certificate of Eligibility for a Student Visa through a Japanese language school. There are various requirements set by the Immigration Bureau for the Certificate of Eligibility, and one of these requirements, Japanese language study history, has been updated. When Did […]
On September 9th, Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute organized an event where students gave presentations in Japanese in front of their peers at the National Olympics Memorial Youth Center in Yoyogi. This event provided students with the opportunity to showcase their progress in Japanese over the year, guided by the school’s staff and teaching faculty. The […]
On August 23rd, a day trip organized by the Shinjuku Japanese Language School’s Tourism Business Class took place. The destinations were the Mishima Skywalk and Mishima Taisha in Shizuoka. In preparation, the teacher and students spent time planning the tour details and even requested quotes from external tour companies, ensuring a thorough and professional approach. […]
Mount Fuji, the iconic symbol of Japan, is a captivating destination for a school trip. Its majesty and cultural significance make it the perfect setting for an unforgettable educational adventure. On July 26th, the students of SNG Tokyo had the opportunity to embark on a trip to finally explore it. Departure from School:The day begins […]
On June 4, 2024, Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute welcomed Surangel S. Whipps Jr., President of the Republic of Palau, who was visiting Japan, to discuss the “Japan-Palau Friendship Progress Study Abroad Scholarship.” Also present were Gustav Aitaro, Minister of State of the Republic of Palau, Peter Adelbai, Palauan Ambassador to Japan, and Hiroyasu Orikasa, Japanese […]
On Friday, May 31, 2024, Disaster Preparedness Day was held at Shinjuku Japanese Language School. The event aimed to enable students and faculty to act calmly during an earthquake, make appropriate judgments, provide assistance, learn necessary Japanese for disaster situations, and cultivate the spirit of self-help and mutual aid to protect themselves and others. The […]
In Japanese, there are words called “yojijukugo,” which are idiomatic expressions composed of four kanji characters. These phrases reflect the unique expressiveness and culture of the Japanese language, making them an attractive element for learners. This year, advanced students at Shinjuku Japanese Language School created enjoyable slide presentations to help others learn yojijukugo. These presentations […]
On March 22, 2024, Shinjuku Japanese Language Institute held its graduation ceremony. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the ceremony had been conducted online or within the school for a while, but this year, it was finally held at an external venue for the first time in five years. This year’s grand ceremony took place at […]
